The study of Classics is
an entirely selfish endeavor. Its only goal is to understand better
who they (the ancient Greeks and Romans) were so that we can understand
better who we are. Two ancient thoughts best describe this ideal of
Classical Studies:
"For now we look
with a mirror into a riddle,
but then we will see face
to face."
(Paul, 1 Cor. 13.12)
"Know
yourself."
(Inscription written on
Apollo's oracular
temple at Delphi)
It is the understanding and application of these words where
Classics begins and ends.
For information on all the benefits of studying classics follow
this link: Benefits